Process Operator

We are currently looking for a Process Operator working on shift, to join a large manufacturing company based in East London.

Ideally candidates will come from Oil, Gas, Refinery or Energy backgrounds.

Main duties will include:

• To operate the plant ensuring the required S.H.H.E.Q. standards and volumetric targets are achieved, following the relevant TBRA’s.
• Ensuring compliance is maintained towards all aspects of S.H.H.E.Q., where feasibly practicable. Liaising with others such as the Console Operator where corrective action or further assistance is required.
• To be aware of, and operate processing plant to the required safety, environmental, quality, hygiene and output standards liaising with the Console operator, Senior Process Technician, Shift Manager and in conjunction with the Area Technical Manager when on day work.
• To utilise the plant computer systems to ensure smooth and efficient performance and to interrogate the systems for deviation of process parameters taking appropriate corrective action as required.
• To work within a team to provide a flexible and committed workforce.
• To utilise knowledge and experience to solve problems as they occur, using judgement to call for more expert assistance as required.
• To undertake QC analysis as appropriate and compare results against the specified process parameters. To adjust plant and processing conditions when appropriate to ensure specification conformity is maintained.

Skills/Experience:
• Must be able to read written process instructions and perform basic arithmetic calculations.
• Good numeric and literacy skills - educated to at least 4 GCSE’s or equivalent.
• Ability to monitor and operate equipment using a computer based control system.
• Some understanding of current safety legislation applicable to the manufacturing industry.
• Knowledge of safety, environment, hygiene and quality procedures applicable to area of work.
• Good team worker and communicator with a flexible approach to work.

Working on a 3 shift pattern (12 hours) the role will pay up to £27K/£28K inclusive of shift allowance, with an excellent benefits package provided.


(Ash Employment Services Ltd. is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity).